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Highlights of Current Affairs 24 April 2026
- Uranium enrichment remains a key geopolitical issue, as the United States demanded that Iran halt enrichment during 2026 nuclear negotiations due to proliferation concerns.
- Uranium is a naturally occurring radioactive metal, where U-235 (~0.7%) is the only fissile isotope used in nuclear reactors and weapons, while U-238 forms the majority (>99%).
- The enrichment process involves multiple technical stages, including conversion to UF₆ gas and centrifuge-based separation, eventually producing nuclear fuel rods used in reactors.
- Different enrichment levels determine usage, with Low-Enriched Uranium (3–5%) used in power plants, while weapons-grade uranium (~90%) enables nuclear weapons capability.
- India has limited uranium contribution globally (<1%), ranking 13th in reserves, with major deposits in Andhra Pradesh, Jharkhand, and Meghalaya.
- India introduced the PROG Rules, 2026 to regulate online gaming, under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, banning money gaming while permitting e-sports and social games.
- A new regulator, the Online Gaming Authority of India (OGAI), has been established, responsible for game classification, enforcement, and dispute resolution in the digital gaming sector.
- The rules impose strict user protection and financial controls, including age verification, blocking transactions to illegal platforms, and penalties up to ₹1 crore or 3 years imprisonment.
- India’s GDP ranking (6th globally as per International Monetary Fund) has limitations, as it is affected by exchange rates and does not reflect inequality, employment, or welfare indicators.
- India’s foodgrain stocks (~602 LMT) are nearly three times buffer norms, managed by the Food Corporation of India, ensuring strong food security and price stability through PDS and MSP procurement.
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